How can enterprises take the first step towards stable overseas expansion? Compliance of ODI overseas investment, one-stop integration of market and funds

Currently, more and more Chinese companies are turning their attention overseas. The pace of enterprises going global has significantly accelerated, from product expansion to production capacity expansion, and from trade exchanges to direct investment. According to information released on the Chinese government website, the 'Regulations of the State Council on Outward Investment', which will come into effect on July 1, 2026, is a systematic administrative regulation in the field of outward investment in China. It clarifies the definition, procedures, and regulatory requirements of overseas investment at the institutional level, and improves the comprehensive overseas service system, coordinating foreign affairs, legal, fiscal, financial, economic and trade, logistics, customs, trade promotion and other service resources to provide more systematic guarantees for overseas enterprises.

From the demand side, different types of enterprises face varying challenges in going global. Manufacturing enterprises wishing to extend their production capacity and supply chain overseas often need to understand the industrial policies, park supporting facilities, and employment systems of the target country; Brands and consumer oriented enterprises focus on channel entry and localized operations, and need to grasp local market preferences and compliance requirements; Growth oriented enterprises place greater emphasis on financing, finance, taxation, and legal support. Although industries vary, they all rely on accurate understanding of overseas markets, policies, and professional services.

While the policy framework is constantly improving, the real difficulty for enterprises to go global often lies in the implementation level. How to handle the registration and approval process for overseas investment? What are the entry requirements and compliance red lines for the target market? How to arrange overseas company registration, taxation, employment, and intellectual property rights? How to achieve compliance and controllability in cross-border fund flows? These links are interrelated and involve multiple professional fields. It is often difficult to clarify them all at once by relying solely on internal teams or a single organization within the enterprise.

Common difficulties in reality also include information dispersion and trial and error costs. The information that enterprises need to understand in the early stage of going global spans multiple dimensions such as policies, markets, laws, finance and taxation, and funds. If different institutions are connected one by one, it is both time-consuming and difficult to obtain a comprehensive judgment in a timely manner. A misjudgment often means a double loss of time and funds. Therefore, centralized, professional, and comparable information channels are particularly important for enterprises.

Against this backdrop, the 2026 Overseas Immigrant Study and Property Expo, as well as the Enterprise Overseas Development and Financial Services Expo, will be held from November 20 to 22, 2026 at the Shanghai World Trade Exhibition Center for three days. It is expected to attract approximately 8000 visitors during the three-day event. The Expo sets up multiple sections for enterprises to go global, immigration, study abroad, real estate, financial services, etc., specifically providing a platform for face-to-face communication between enterprises and professional service agencies, allowing enterprise leaders to gather the resources and information needed for going global.

For business leaders, the gains from participating in this expo are concentrated in four aspects.

One is to centrally connect with multiple overseas service agencies. The Expo brings together various entities such as overseas parks, investment institutions, law firms, accounting firms, and financial institutions. Enterprises can compare the service capabilities, coverage areas, and proposal quotations of different institutions within three days, reducing the time cost of visiting them one by one and improving selection efficiency.

The second is to obtain the latest policies and compliance points. Going global for enterprises involves various requirements such as ODI overseas investment filing, cross-border fund arrangement, and overseas taxation. On site professional institutions can provide targeted recommendations based on the latest policies regarding the industry and target market in which the enterprise operates, helping the enterprise plan its overseas path within a compliance framework.

The third is to grasp the real market information. The overseas market status, industry trends, channel resources, and cooperation opportunities brought by participating institutions can help enterprises objectively evaluate their target markets, adjust product positioning and market strategies in a timely manner.

The fourth is to build a resource network for long-term cooperation. Exhibitions are not only channels for information, but also entry points for building trust and cooperation. Enterprises can establish connections with service providers and peers during the exhibition period, laying the foundation for future cooperation.

For participating organizations, the value of the expo is equally clear. The three-day exhibition gathers thousands of business representatives and high net worth individual clients with clear intentions to go global. Participating institutions can showcase their professional abilities and service experience, accurately connect with potential needs, and expand the visibility of their brands in the industry. The concentrated scene and direct communication at the exhibition site are the windows for service agencies to efficiently reach customers and establish reputation.

For enterprises, exhibiting or viewing exhibitions is a low-cost and efficient preparation for going global. At the Expo site, enterprises can not only obtain policy and market information, but also establish trust face-to-face with potential partners and service institutions, paving the way for future overseas investment filing, market development, and funding arrangements. Three days is equivalent to centralized processing of information scattered across multiple institutions and meetings, helping enterprises to quickly form the knowledge and resource reserves needed for overseas decision-making.

From the perspective of the expo itself, this exhibition is not only a gathering place for information and services, but also an opportunity for enterprises to meet peers and understand industry trends. The exhibition will be extended for three days, and participating companies can have in-depth exchanges with service agencies before the booth, as well as compare the professional level and service style of different agencies through on-site observation, making more comprehensive choices for long-term cooperation. Whether it is small and medium-sized enterprises planning to go global or enterprises that have already laid out overseas and hope to further expand their markets, they can find resources that match their own needs at the exhibition. For enterprises preparing to apply for ODI overseas investment filing, sorting out the filing points and comparing service agencies on site in advance can reduce uncertainties in the subsequent process and make overseas preparations more relaxed. For enterprises, exhibiting and viewing exhibitions is not just about collecting information, but a systematic preparation that integrates policies, markets, funds, and resources. It is a stop worth carefully arranging before taking the first step towards going global. The three-day concentration of people and demand has also made the expo an effective window for enterprises to evaluate market heat and seize cooperation opportunities.

It should be noted that going global for enterprises is a process that requires long-term preparation and professional judgment. Whether it is choosing a target market, handling ODI overseas investment filing, or arranging cross-border funds to land overseas, it is recommended that companies fully communicate and compare with multiple institutions at the exhibition site before making a decision. This expo is just such a starting point: within three days, we will present the policies, institutions, markets, and resources needed for going global to enterprises, helping them take the first step towards going global more steadily.

Exhibition and Viewing Information: The Overseas Immigration, Study Abroad, Real Estate, and Enterprise Going Global and Financial Services Expo will be held from November 20th to 22nd, 2026 at the Shanghai World Trade Exhibition Center for three days, with an expected crowd of about 8000 people. For exhibition or viewing inquiries, please call the exhibition hotline 13681692751 (same as WeChat) or visit the official website www.qs-expo.com.